As of Friday, our '05 TSX was in Minnesota, heading for a Tuesday delivery to us here in a suburb of New York City. We're soooo excited but the problem is, the forecast here for Tuesday is rain.
Has anyone taken delivery of their TSX in the rain? Our inclination is to wait a day or so to take delivery, but we're both like children on Christmas morning; we want our TSX!

 

Interesting question. When I picked up my TSX a few months back, it was late at night and pouring. The salesman gave me my prep under a overhang and inside the car. It did make the experience less exciting IMO.

 

I once picked up a new vehicle when it was raining, they had it in cleaned and sitting in one of the service bays so they could go around it with me and take our time.

 

I got mine and it was POURING out.. I couldnt wait though, I had to have it.

Dont worry about the body... the interior is what bothered me. Anyway, spent 10 minutes the next day, looks "like new" hehehe, love my tsx

 

I took delivery in the rain. certainly dampens the excitement, no pun intended. But, your car is going to get rained on anyways so might as well enjoy it a day earlier. also, it isn't like the dealers keep these cars stored inside before they are sold anyways.

 

its a brandnew car .so what the problem scared of the rain

 

Scratches and minor imperfections in the paint can be hidden by water. Make sure you've inspected a dry car in a well lit area before you take delivery. ....Mine had a couple of minor scratches on the rear bumper that just would not have been spotted if it was wet or if it was dark out. ....Look carefully and don't setle for less than perfection before you drive off.

 

Congratulations on your TSX. I live a few miles from you and I am also awaiting delivery of my TSX. I hope it comes in this week. Regarding the rain, I would try to wait for a day when you have no distractions. That way you can take your time an d feel comfortable with the delivery.

 

I took delivery last friday in Eugene, Oregon. Normally, it would have been raining but I lucked out and it was dry. The dealership here has a special inside room for all deliveries...rather impressive and a nice way to be able to go over the vehicle.
I would have picked it up even in the rain, however. I would not want to be concerned that they might be letting people test drive it...it's a 6 speed and people have to usually wait if they want to try one.
By the way, really liking the car so far...and xm radio is fantastic.

 

It never rains in Phoenix..... except the day I picked up mine! No Biggie...

 

 

I picked up mine in the pouring rain....we just were under an awning...no biggie!!! it will come!!!!!

 

That is my biggest concern. For every new car I've ever had I went over it, top to bottom, before accepting delivery.
Also, as some of you mentioned, I feel a a rainy day would dilute ;o) our joy.
Thanks for everybody's input. I appreciate it.

 

Ennzzo, I'm in Phoenix too and it rained when I took delivery. Rains like twice a year and it happened on my day. It was cleaned and waiting under the outer car port so I could check it out.

 

At least it will be easier to make sure the VSA is working properly

 

A very week one, but lots of rain.

No worries.

-jeff

 

That's why they say to never buy a car in the rain or the dark.

 

It started pouring after I got out of the dealer's lot... I had to pull over to figure out how to turn on the windshield hehe...

 

Wow, did you manage to turn on the windshield? What happenned, did it say "hey stop it, you're turning me on!!"

 

My dealer had an overhang in the prep area as well. But no problems with rain anyway..

 

Dont you guys get monsoons?

 

I guess I'm good at stroking and pressing at the right spots.. oops..